Nice Easy Italian Chicken
Effortlessly capture the vibrant flavors of Italy with this Nice Easy Italian Chicken recipe—a delightful blend of tender, golden-seared chicken breasts simmered in a rich, herb-infused tomato sauce. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-skillet dish keeps weeknight dinners simple yet satisfying, combining aromatic garlic, onions, and a medley of Italian spices like oregano and basil to create a deeply savory sauce with a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. Ideal for pairing with pasta, rice, or crusty bread, this versatile recipe is perfect for a family meal or casual entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, it's a wholesome, delicious way to bring restaurant-quality Italian cuisine to your table with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 28-ounce can canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and tilt the pan to coat the bottom evenly.
Place the chicken breasts into the skillet. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown, then remove the chicken and set it aside. (The chicken will finish cooking later.)
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, and add the oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let the chicken simmer for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until it is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve hot. Pair with pasta, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1667 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.1 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3879 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.9 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.0 g | ||
| Protein | 228.1 g | 456% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 359 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 4734 mg | 101% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
